New Year Eve Desert Morocco Tour from Marrakech

Your journey begins with a morning pick-up from your accommodation in Marrakech. Travel south through the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, marveling at the dramatic views of the High Atlas Mountains. Stop at Ait Ben Haddou, an ancient fortified village, before continuing through the Anti-Atlas Mountains and into the beautiful Draa Valley. Spend the night in a charming riad in Agdez, enjoying traditional Moroccan hospitality.

After breakfast, continue your journey towards M’hamid, passing through the town of Zagora. Discover the historic Tamgroute, known for its pottery and ancient library. Arrive in M’hamid, the gateway to the desert, and then embark on an off-road adventure to the majestic Erg Chigaga dunes. Enjoy a camel ride into the camp, where you’ll spend New Year’s Eve with a festive dinner, Berber music, and the warmth of a campfire under the starry sky.

Spend the day soaking in the magic of the Sahara. Start with a sunrise view over the dunes, followed by a hearty breakfast. Choose between a camel trek to visit a nomadic family, or simply relax at the camp. For thrill-seekers, add quad biking to your experience. Enjoy dinner and local music at the camp as the night falls.

After an early breakfast, travel across the rocky desert landscape and the dried-up Lake Iriqui. Stop in Taznakht, famous for its traditional carpets, and continue to Taliouine, a town known for saffron. Arrive in Taroudant, often called the “Little Marrakech,” where you’ll spend the night in a cozy riad.

Head towards Agadir and then take the scenic coastal road to Essaouira. Here, you’ll enjoy a delicious seafood lunch and explore the charming medina. End your journey with a drive back to Marrakech, arriving late in the evening, with memories of an extraordinary New Year celebration in the desert.